MAKING
1) In a pan with warm water, place the dried mushrooms for 20-30 minutes, then drain well.
2) In a saucepan with the salted boiling water, cook the wild rice for about 18-20 minutes until the grains just split, then drain well.
3) In a heavy-based frying pan, saute the mushrooms in 1/2 of the melted butter on a medium- high heat for about 2-3 minutes. Then add the salt and papper to taste.
4) Stir in the cream and brandy, lower the heat and cook further until the mixture is almost dry. Remove in a bowl and keep warm.
5) In a pan, stir the wild rice in rest of the melted butter, mix well to coat and add the salt and pepper to taste.

SERVING
6) Spoon the rice in a serving plate, top with the mushrooms and serve immediately.